Memorandum
Date: April 22, 2025
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Elise Jones, Director of Behavioral Health Services
Subject: Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of April 2025 be Recognized as California Friday Night Live Month
Executive Summary:
California Friday Night Live Month
Whereas, The Friday Night Live program, which was established in 1984 as the model program for the State of California in engaging young people as active leaders in their communities to reduce underage alcohol use and address other challenges faced by their peers by building partnerships for positive youth development; and
Whereas, The Friday Night Live program ensures that youth partners from grade 4 through grade 12 benefit from the continued growth and enhancement of this youth-led, youth-driven program and the unique opportunities it provides; and
Whereas, Youth in Friday Night Live programs experience an environment that provides for physical and emotional safety, which allows them to express their authentic selves; and
Whereas, Youth participants learn about their communities through participatory action research and meaningful engagement with stakeholders, leading to positive connections and interactions that contribute to healthier environments; and
Whereas, Youth leaders in Friday Night Live programs have opportunities to participate in decision-making processes, express their opinions constructively, hear those of others, and take action on issues they are passionate about; and
Whereas, Participants build caring and meaningful relationships with their peers and adult allies that support a sense of belonging and connectedness to their school and broader community; and
Whereas, Youth partners experience opportunities to engage in interesting and relevant skill development activities that build resiliency, establish healthy attitudes and behaviors, and fosters academic success; and
Whereas, Friday Night Live programs create environments that prioritize youth partners’ physical and mental health and social emotional learning, contributing to a young person’s overall wellbeing; and
Whereas, During the month of April 2025, Friday Night Live youth leaders in 53 counties throughout the State of California will highlight their efforts to prevent underage drinking, gambling, and tobacco, cannabis, and other drug use by mobilizing their communities with a unified call to action; now, therefore, be it
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors for the County of Lake, join with the Lake County Department of Behavioral Health Services that the month of April 2025 be recognized as California Friday Night Live Month, and applauds Friday Night Live youth leaders and their adult allies who are committed to improving the quality of life for present and future generations.
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Recommended Action: Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of April 2025 be Recognized as California Friday Night Live Month